MEP Ch. 1

_________ is used to provide energy for traditional electrical applications such as lighting, heating, cooling, cooking, communication, and transportation.

Electricity

______ is a voluntary labeling program designed to promote energy efficient products and was implemented by the EPA to save energy and reduce power plant greenhouse gas emissions.

Energy Star

An ______ is an in-depth review of the energy use of a building.

Energy audit

A general energy audit requires only once individual to evaluate a building. T or F?

False

Credit is often given to the greeks for having created the first central heating systems. T or F?

False

Early attempts to produce air conditioning were made by Ben Franklin in the mid-eighteen hundreds. T or F?

False

Evidence has been found that basic forms of electricity were produced as early as 250 AD. T or F?

False

LEED-certified buildings have significant savings due to energy efficiency, commonly 80% to 90% over traditional buildings. T or F?

False

The energy auditing process is a multistep procedure that is preformed once. T or F?

False

If performed in a proper manner, building commissioning activities begin in the construction planning phase and may continue throughout the entire life cycle of a building. T or F?

True

In American history, plumbing developments began as early as 1652. T or F?

True

Many of the inspection types included in an energy audit may become part of a regular maintenance program. T or F?

True

Preventive maintenance includes tasks such as inspecting, cleaning, tightening lubricating, and replacing equipment and parts. T or F?

True

Static electricity and generated electricity are two basic forms of electricity. T or F?

True

The building commissioning process includes checks on major systems, such as hot water systems, HVAC, controls, and lighting. T or F?

True

The more extensive an electrical wiring system is, the more cost added to the project. T or F?

True

The orientation and shape of a building affect energy efficiency. T or F?

True

The span of electrical systems will likely include fire alarm and building security systems as well. T or F?

True

To protect indoor air quality, building materials should resist moisture or inhibit the growth of mold. T or F?

True

Energy efficient building measures often require a higher initial budget. T or F?

True

Roughly ______% of a new construction budget will be attributed to HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.

45

By the 1950's ________ systems became more popular for residential use.

Air Conditioning

The word electricity is derived from the greek word for

Amber

______ developed the first city water system in the colonies, primarily for firefighting and domestic use.

Boston

Energy related standards provide rules or minimum requirements for equipment operation and building management. T or F?

True

______ is the process of balancing and adjusting a mechanical or electrical system for maximum efficiency.

Commissioning

A ____ is a voluntary recommendation

Guideline

A _______ energy audit is the most complex and difficult energy audit to preform.

Investment-grade

Around 1900, the first prototype of a siphonic washdown water closet was developed. T or F?

True

An individual who worked in the sanitary field in ancient Rome was called a

Plumbarius

_____ systems will mainly include piping for sanitary, vent, and storm water drainage.

Plumbing

A ________ energy audit is a simple overview of the energy consuming equipment in a building.

Preliminary

______ is scheduled work required to keep equipment in peak operating condition.

Preventative maintenance

A _____ is a mandatory rule issued by local, state, or the federal government.

Regulation

From 1929 to 1954 the design of the ______ water closet was improved.

Siphonic Washdown

_______ required and allotted for a building should be one of the first considerations in planning a new project.

Space

_____ refers to building design and construction methods that efficiently use materials, energy, water, and other natural resources.

Sustainable construction

Early control of comfort levels in a living environment was done by hand. T or F?

True